Get Ready New York! The US Open of Tennis is Just Around the Corner!

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Since 1881, it has been one of the foremost events in the sport of tennis. This fall, the US Open is back again, and you can have a seat to see the live action yourself. With the US Open Tennis guide, you can get tickets, starting at $76 to the first match, Aug. 29. All matches are held in Flushing, New York.

If you’re a tennis fanatic, this is one event that should be on your to-do list. Being a part of this legendary tournament is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for some people. The US Open brings together the very best men’s and women’s tennis players in the world, all vying for the chance to be crowned champion of this Grand Slam tournament.

The US open features exciting, nonstop action through Sept. 11 when the men’s final and the women’s doubles final will be held at Arthur Ashe Stadium. The US Open is the last of the four major tournaments throughout the year, the others being the Australian Open, the French Open and Wimbledon.

In recent years, more than 700,000 fans have packed the stands for this tournament. Big money and accolades are on line at this tournament, where scores of players come from as many as 90 nations. More than $42 million in prize money is up for grabs to the players who make it through the early rounds to the final matches.

The US open has consistently produced thrilling matches and record-setting performances. Last year, Novak Djokovic, of Serbia, defeated Roger Federer, of Switzerland, 6-4, 5-7, 6-4, 6-4 to win the men’s title. Italy’s Flavia Pennetta won on the women’s side by defeating fellow Italian Roberta Vinci 7-6, 6-2. Serena Williams and Chris Evert have the most women’s titles with six, while the men’s record is held by Jimmy Connors, Pete Sampras and Roger Federer with five titles apiece.